Aidan Renner’s been keeping a secret for twenty-five years. Since his father died it’s been his job to keep the shifters safe but when his brother needs urgent attention due to a stab wound, he takes him to a free clinic where previously the doctor hasn’t asked any questions.

However, there’s a new doctor in town, he is now female—and drop dead gorgeous. When she insists on taking his brother’s blood as a precautionary measure, Aidan knows he has to get it back before it’s tested and the truth about them comes to light. When he breaks into the clinic in hopes of locating it and finds it not there, there’s only one course of action. Take Charlotte out for a meal and ask her which lab she sent it to.

Charlotte doesn’t know if it’s because she’s been alone for over a year or if Aidan is as perfect as he seems, but she’s got the feeling that he could be a keeper.

Can Aidan continue to keep the shifters’ secret under wraps? And when he senses himself falling for Charlotte, can there be a future for a bear shifter and a human? Or is their relationship doomed from the beginning and could it put the shifter group in danger?

I enjoy reading shifter romance of all kinds. In fact, you might call me a shifter groupie. So I jumped right on this book about bear shifters. The Bear’s Mate is the first book in the new Kalispell Shifters series by Vanessa Devereaux. It was a quick fun read that I enjoyed a lot.

Aiden Renner is determined to keep his people safe, but then his brother’s injury puts everyone in danger. He is forced to seek medical help from the new doctor in town who doesn’t know about the shifters. Aiden finds himself irresistibly attracted to Charlotte, the new doc. He can hardly keep his mind–and paws–off her. Then there is the fact that a blood sample goes missing and he has to use Charlotte to track it down before it’s too late. Aiden and Charlotte fall hard, even as he holds onto his secrets. Of course, the truth had to come out, and yes, the author had me on edge over how long it would take Charlotte to forgive Aiden.

All in all, this was a lovely shifter romance. It had more than a few twists and turns, along with plenty of humor. I liked that it had lots of really sweet moments too. The story was well written and fast paced, and interestingly, it had a different premise than most shifter stories that I had read. When one reads as many shifter books as I do, then believe me I was ecstatic at finding a series with some refreshing new plotlines. Well, color me intrigued about these Kalispell Shifters.

I loved Aiden and Charlotte together. Their love scenes were extra steamy, just how I like them. Let me tell you, Aiden was a sexy alpha bear. The things that guy could do in bed put a big grin on my face. Charlotte was pretty cool too. She learned the truth in a shocking way, over reacted a bit, but then she got on the right track after a spell.

Her parents had always taught her that if you loved someone, truly loved them, then you’d overlook their faults and differences. Being a bear was a hell of a difference.

Oh, I am definitely hooked on this series. It has a lot of promise and I really liked the author’s writing style. I’m intrigued by Christopher, Aiden’s naughty brother. So I’m looking forward to reading his story, and to meeting some of the other shifters as well.

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Review Star Rating Definitions

1 Star – We currently do not review any story with a 1 star rating. If it’s DNF or a “wall-banger” we decline to review.

2 Stars — Not wonderful, but tolerable. There may be some minor editing glitches but not enough to stop you reading. Not a wall-banger, but nothing you’d re-read. This is a book you would borrow from the library – not buy- and never check out again. You might recommend it to a friend with a mention of the glitches, knowing that something in the plot or story would still appeal to them regardless.

3 Stars — Good. Mostly enjoyable. You made it through and didn’t consider it a waste of time or money. The story was strong enough or the conflict tight enough, so even when the book faltered, it was able to draw you back in and keep you. There’s a chance you’ll recommend it to a friend, but it wouldn’t go on your keeper shelf.

4 Stars — Very Good. You’re glad you were the one who got to review the book. You would probably buy it and would definitely recommend it to your friends. You liked the characters and the plot. The writing style was good and the editing clean.

5 Stars — Great! You would definitely buy this book. You would definitely recommend it to your friends. You really loved the characters and the plot and would consider looking for this authors back list or making her an autobuy. The writing and editing were superb.

LASR Best Book – For a book or story that is truly exceptional. You think about it when you’re not reading it. You wonder what happens to the characters when you finish. You would absolutely buy everything else this author had to offer. The highest praise – and reserved for only a few.

Review Heat Level Descriptions

SWEET: no visual love scenes and no descriptive kissing;

SENSUAL: Contains a high degree of sexual tension, steamy kisses and passionate clinches, but all fully consummated love scenes will be implied, not described, and with the bedroom door firmly closed.

SPICY: Contains actual love scenes and may include detailed descriptions of foreplay and consummation.

HOT: Contains sizzling and very detailed love scenes throughout and graphic, explicit content which may be offensive to some.

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